GRE Word List
ENGULF
to flow over and enclose : overwhelm
The meaning of the word engulf is to flow over and enclose : overwhelm.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| grandiose | characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration |
| mollycoddle | to treat with an excessive or absurd degree of indulgence and attention |
| equitable | having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned |
| perspicacious | of acute mental vision or discernment : keen |
| self-indulgence | excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims |
| egregious | conspicuous |
| encumber | weigh down |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| circumlocution | the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea |
| effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |